Follow my blog with Bloglovin My mom’s favorite vegetable is brussels sprouts, but I have honestly never been a huge fan. I find they can be bitter or sometimes just plain boring. And, when they are tasty, they are usually covered in unhealthy sauces or loaded with butter. So, as I was preparing my mom’s [...]
This unique twist on the classic mashed potatoes is much easier (and faster) to make since frozen lima beans cook quickly and don’t require any peeling. Plus, lima beans are packed with fiber, protein and important nutrients to keep you healthy. Their light green color is gorgeous paired with any entrée. Lima beans are considered [...]
This healthy side dish is a great alternative to salad. Cabbage is an inexpensive veggie and full of fiber, vitamin C & K and other important antioxidants. Rather than the typical mayo-based dressing, this recipe uses a light dressing loaded with herbs. Adding the nectar, granny smith apple, pistachios and avocado takes coleslaw from basic [...]
This creamy and flavorful side dish can be easily transformed into a main dish by adding your favorite protein. Ingredients Shown with Black Beans 1.5 cups of brown rice (I use Trader Joe’s Frozen Brown Rice – Microwaves in 3 minutes) Blend this in a mini food processor: 1 avocado 1 cup fresh basil leaves [...]
I’m always looking for new ways to prepare quinoa. This southwest twist takes quinoa from basic to flavorfully fun and colorful. The addition of the black beans is great for added protein and fiber. Top with an avocado and extra lime juice just before serving for an extra wow factor. Ingredients ½ cups dry quinoa [...]
There are so many fun ways to cook quinoa. This particular recipe is one of my all time favorites. The nutty flavor of the pistachios combined with the tart and sweet flavor of the cranberries makes this quinoa oh-so-special. And, the colors add a festive note to any holiday meal. Serves 4-6 Ingredients 2 tbsp [...]
The point of this recipe is not to say that potatoes are bad – this is simply an opportunity to incorporate cauliflower in a fun way into your meal. Cauliflower is an excellent source of vitamin C and is low in calories (just 15 calories per serving versus 70 calories per serving of potato). Cauliflower [...]
Basil, Garlic, Shallots – oh my! Raw, fresh produce can be more exciting than the go-to salad option if the right seasonings are used to bring out the natural flavor within these nutritional powerhouses. Classic bruschetta is made with buttered, toasted bread topped with tomato salad. For a healthy alternative, enjoy the tomato salad on [...]
This is a healthy twist on the traditional coleslaw. It makes a great side dish at a bar-b-que (save this one for summertime). The thick lemon hummus tahini dressing makes a great substitute for mayonnaise used in traditional coleslaw. Slaw 6 cups raw broccoli slaw 1 leek, sliced 1 cup shredded carrots 1 cup green [...]
Quinoa is my favorite grain! It is a complete protein that pairs well with any dish. It is light, fluffy and absorbs flavor well. Make this dish once and you will be addicted to quinoa. Once you try quinoa you never go back! Ingredients 2 cups low sodium broth 1 cup quinoa 1 shallot, diced [...]
As a Master Certified Health Education Specialist (MCHES) with a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree, my goal is to teach people that healthy cooking can still be gourmet and delicious. Follow me as I explore how to create healthy versions of my favorite dishes and learn why specific ingredients are good for your body. Many of my recipes are vegan and free of the most common food allergens.
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